Games Like Master Detective Archives: RAIN CODE Plus

Investigate murders, search for clues and talk to your classmates to prepare for trial. There, you'll engage in deadly wordplay, going back and forth with suspects. Dissect their statements and fire their words back at them to expose their lies! There's only one way to survive—pull the trigger.

Why similar: Detective 36.6%, Anime 19.4%, Mystery 14.3%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Story Rich 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the same lead writer, this game features the signature high-stakes death game atmosphere and intense trial sequences found in Rain Code.

Play as detective Kaname Date on the case of an elusive serial killer in this thrilling, sci-fi murder mystery.

Why similar: Detective 35.2%, Anime 18.2%, Mystery 14.3%, Visual Novel 12.8%, Story Rich 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Directed by Kotaro Uchikoshi, this game shares the supernatural detective premise and features surreal dream-diving sequences that feel similar to the Mystery Labyrinths.

Jabberwock Island—You and your classmates were ready for fun in the sun until Monokuma returned to restart his murderous game! Trapped in a kill-or-be-killed situation, your only hope rests in solving the island’s mysteries.

Why similar: Detective 39.5%, Anime 19.6%, Mystery 12.8%, Visual Novel 10.9%, Story Rich 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel expands on the series' unique blend of social interaction and logic-based trials with an even more surreal and engaging mystery.

A new cast of 16 characters find themselves kidnapped and imprisoned in a school. Inside, some will kill, some will die, and some will be punished. Reimagine what you thought high-stakes, fast-paced investigation was as you investigate twisted murder cases and condemn your new friends to death.

Why similar: Detective 39.5%, Anime 17.7%, Mystery 13.2%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Story Rich 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the most refined version of the series' trial mechanics and features a striking, colorful visual style that mirrors the aesthetic of Rain Code.

Special Agents Mizuki and Ryuki, along with their AI partners Aiba and Tama, are tasked to solve the bizarre Half Body serial killings in this sequel to the critically acclaimed AI: THE SOMNIUM FILES.

Why similar: Detective 37.5%, Anime 19.3%, Mystery 16.2%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Adventure 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This sequel elevates the investigative mechanics and narrative complexity, offering a deep, multi-layered mystery that fans of Rain Code will appreciate.

Immerse yourself in a dramatic yet charming and witty world of evidence-gathering, deduction and courtroom battles with this double-pack of the adventures of rookie lawyer Ryunosuke.

Why similar: Detective 33.6%, Anime 16.2%, Mystery 12.8%, Visual Novel 12%, Adventure 10%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a masterful take on the detective genre with a strong emphasis on period-accurate investigation and dramatic courtroom confrontations.

Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, the classic puzzle-solving mystery adventure directed by Ace Attorney creator Shu Takumi, is back! This long-awaited HD remaster features upgraded visuals and sound and new gallery content.

Why similar: Detective 34.6%, Mystery 15.8%, Story Rich 11.2%, Adventure 10.9%, Anime 9%

Why You'll Like It: This supernatural mystery game features a unique spirit-based protagonist and clever puzzle-solving that captures the whimsical yet dark tone of Rain Code.

Join rookie attorney Apollo Justice and his mentor, the legendary Phoenix Wright, in this collection of 3 games! This title features 16 episodes (including previously DLC-only episodes) and supports English, French, German, Japanese Korean, and Traditional and Simplified Chinese.

Why similar: Detective 33.7%, Anime 15%, Visual Novel 13%, Adventure 12.4%, Mystery 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: These games provide a modern evolution of the classic courtroom formula with engaging investigation segments and a cast of memorable, eccentric characters.

Miles Edgeworth's dramatic turnabouts take center stage! Experience both Ace Attorney Investigations games in one gorgeous collection! Investigate crime scenes and solve tough, intriguing cases through logic and deduction. When Edgeworth's past and present collide, his future begins!

Why similar: Detective 36.7%, Mystery 16.2%, Adventure 14.1%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Story Rich 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focusing purely on the investigative side of the law, these games allow you to explore crime scenes in detail, much like the exploration phases in Rain Code.

Kidnapped and taken to an unfamiliar location, nine people find themselves forced to participate in a diabolical Nonary Game by an enigmatic mastermind called Zero. Why were they there? Why were they chosen to put their lives on the line? And more importantly, who can be trusted?

Why similar: Mystery 20%, Visual Novel 18.9%, Story Rich 16.9%, Anime 16.3%, Detective 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: This collection combines intense escape-room puzzles with a gripping, high-stakes narrative that explores complex themes similar to those in Rain Code.

Paradise Island, a world outside reality. There’s been a murder that only "investigation freak" Lady Love Dies can solve. Gather evidence and interrogate suspects in this open world adventure. You can accuse anyone, but you’ll have to prove your case in trial. It’s up to you to decide who’s guilty.

Why similar: Detective 44.2%, Mystery 16.9%, Exploration 15.2%, Story Rich 13.7%, Atmospheric 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: An open-world detective game that shares the colorful, stylized aesthetic and focuses heavily on gathering clues to solve a bizarre supernatural crime.

A mystery adventure which is solved by using two visual features: Live Action and Illustrations.

Why similar: Detective 34.6%, Adventure 26.7%, Anime 14.7%, Mystery 12.9%, Visual Novel 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A mystery-focused adventure that involves tracking down a missing person through letters and investigation, set against a beautifully rendered Japanese backdrop.

Hack Into God

Why similar: Anime 31.3%, Adventure 29%, Visual Novel 22.9%, Story Rich 14.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi mystery that utilizes unique hacking mechanics to uncover the truth, appealing to those who enjoy the investigative puzzles of Rain Code.

The Silver Case – the debut title from world-renowned developer SUDA51 has been fully remastered and localized to English for the first time ever!

Why similar: Detective 30.4%, Mystery 13.2%, Anime 13.2%, Visual Novel 9.7%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by Suda51, this game features a gritty, atmospheric mystery and experimental storytelling that aligns with the darker side of Rain Code's narrative.

In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death.

Why similar: Detective 37.7%, Mystery 12.4%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Story Rich 9.5%, Exploration 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a robust 3D investigation experience where you must piece together clues in an open environment to solve complex cases.

A narrative detective game blended with supernatural elements. Play as a rookie investigator, discover vital clues in every case, dive into unscripted interrogations and uncover truths that break minds. But with each revelation, the world feels... less human.

Why similar: Detective 32.2%, Anime 16.7%, Story Rich 11.9%, Visual Novel 11.2%, Mystery 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This title leans into the supernatural detective theme, tasking players with solving paranormal cases using logic and investigation.

In a world where psychological states can be quantified, every choice has consequences, victims can become criminals, and the very nature of truth can warp and shift. Can detectives Nadeshiko Kugatachi and Takuma Tsurugi remain on the path of justice as they face the ugly truths of humanity?

Why similar: Anime 35.5%, Detective 23%, Visual Novel 21.3%, Adventure 19%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Set in a dystopian future, this visual novel explores the intersection of morality and technology, mirroring the philosophical questions found in Rain Code.

Legend tells of a door deep below Tokyo's sewers. All who enter are lost forever. Detective Ito's partner is missing. Explore Tokyo & uncover the darkness that lays beneath the streets in this Point & Click - meets Visual Novel - narrative adventure that questions the very core of Ito's sanity.

Why similar: Detective 36.6%, Anime 21.1%, Visual Novel 11.9%, Mystery 11.8%, Adventure 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A detective thriller set in Japan that features branching paths and a dark, supernatural mystery that feels grounded yet unsettling.

The Gnosia lie. Pretending to be human, they’ll get in close, trick and deceive, and then eliminate one victim at a time...

Why similar: Detective 27.5%, Anime 18.3%, Mystery 13.9%, Visual Novel 12.3%, Story Rich 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: This social deduction game blends mystery and sci-fi, requiring players to identify the 'impostors' among them through repeated, high-stakes loops.

Staffer Case is a new sort of mystery game, asking players to find clues, arrange them into documents, and point out the contradictions between them to solve a series of murders. Each mystery unraveled leads you closer to the truth lying at the heart of each case!

Why similar: Detective 36.9%, Anime 13.4%, Mystery 11.7%, Story Rich 9.1%, Exploration 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A detective game that focuses on supernatural abilities to solve crimes, providing a similar 'detective-with-a-twist' experience.

LumineNight is a story-driven detective adventure. Play as Detective Foster and his daughter to solve a series of murders spanning a decade. Interrogate suspects, infiltrate locations, solve puzzles, and gather evidence from crime scenes. Uncover the dark truth behind these killings.

Why similar: Detective 32.1%, Anime 13.2%, Mystery 12.2%, Story Rich 9.5%, Exploration 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric mystery game that emphasizes exploration and narrative discovery, capturing the investigative spirit of Rain Code.

Twelve kids. 1200 kilometers. One epic journey across Japan! Surround yourself with a cast of charming, quirky characters as you set off on an unforgettable trip!

Why similar: Anime 28.7%, Action-Adventure 27.5%, Adventure 22.3%, Colorful 12.6%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A collaboration between the creators of Danganronpa and Zero Escape, this game features a group of students caught in a bizarre, high-stakes survival scenario.

Join forces with the psychic Director of the Urban Myth Dissolution Center and solve a variety of cases involving cursed relics, rental properties with shady histories, and dimensional anomalies. Monstrous oddities and otherworldly planes abound in this occult mystery adventure game!

Why similar: Detective 25.5%, Mystery 15.2%, Visual Novel 14.2%, Exploration 12.7%, Adventure 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on investigating supernatural urban legends, offering a series of eerie, mystery-driven cases.

Don the mask and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts as they stage grand heists, infiltrate the minds of the corrupt, and make them change their ways!

Why similar: Anime 28%, Story Rich 18.6%, JRPG 14.5%, Detective 13.8%, Visual Novel 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: While an RPG, its stylish 3D exploration, anime aesthetic, and focus on uncovering the hidden truths of a corrupt society resonate strongly with Rain Code's vibe.

"Murders on Yangtze River" is an Ace Attorney-like detective game that takes you on a journey through early 20th century China as you solve a series of intriguing cases. Use your logical reasoning and deduction skills to uncover clues, interrogate suspects, and solve the mysteries.

Why similar: Detective 49.5%, Mystery 12.4%, Story Rich 12.4%, Adventure 12.2%, Exploration 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style detective game that focuses on logical deduction and evidence gathering in a historical setting.

Sneak into a world of underground assassins as Harman Smith, a man who manifests 7 deadly personalities, the killer7. Take control of this distinct murderers' row as they hunt down the sinister Kun Lan to thwart his plan of world dominance.

Why similar: Story Rich 25.8%, Anime 25.4%, Adventure 24.2%, Atmospheric 9.9%, Action 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This stylish, surreal action-adventure game shares a distinct artistic vision and a complex, multi-layered plot that rewards careful observation.

The story of apprentice detective and Devil Summoner extraordinaire Raidou Kuzunoha XIV returns in this remastered classic! Call upon your demons to solve supernatural mysteries and dispose of enemies.

Why similar: Detective 26%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Third Person 11.6%, Adventure 10.2%, Exploration 10%

A mystery adventure game and visual novel set on solitary Shironagasu Island. Discover its secrets, solve its mysteries, and escape from the ominous island!

Why similar: Detective 23.5%, Adventure 18.9%, Mystery 17.7%, Visual Novel 16%, Anime 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tight, well-written mystery adventure that features a strong detective protagonist and a compelling, atmospheric plot.

The samurai detective visual novel! Solve crimes and pass judgment on vigilantes, officials, inventors, and brigands to protect a city of eternal cherry blossoms.

Why similar: Detective 43.4%, Anime 15.3%, Mystery 14.6%, Visual Novel 14.1%, Adventure 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A detective game that blends historical investigation with mystery-solving, perfect for those who enjoy the procedural aspects of Rain Code.

An intricate mystery visual novel. Search text, piece together clues, and jump around the story to unravel the tangled events within the sealed tower.

Why similar: Detective 36.1%, Anime 15.7%, Mystery 15.5%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Story Rich 10.6%

A mystery visual novel taking place aboard the underwater train Marine Express. Follow student Ranko Togawa on her quest to find the culprit on the murder of an accompanying teacher... with lots of surprises along the way!

Why similar: Detective 40.3%, Anime 15.6%, Mystery 14.6%, Visual Novel 12.9%, Story Rich 10%

Explore a supernatural RPG with stylish summoners and dark dangers lurking under the neon lights of a cyberpunk Japan. It is up to Ringo, an agent of Aion, to save the world from apocalypse.

Why similar: Anime 35.2%, JRPG 23.3%, Mystery 20.4%, Story Rich 17.3%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Mohism: Battle of Words is a detective game set in the world of wuxia. The game follows Zhang Xiaochen, investigates unsolved cases and comes into his own as a hero. He must rely on his wits and razor-sharp tongue to best his opponents, find the culprit and ensure justice prevails!

Why similar: Detective 35.9%, Anime 14.8%, Mystery 12.7%, Visual Novel 12.5%, Story Rich 10.4%

Solve an impossible murder case in the far-flung future in this VR & Non-VR investigation action adventure! Multi-awarded title DYSCHRONIA: Chronos Alternate - Dual Edition contains all three episodes from the acclaimed trilogy.

Why similar: Detective 27.8%, Anime 13.4%, Mystery 11.5%, Exploration 10.2%, Visual Novel 9.1%

Detective Game. Murder Investigation. Interrogate witnesses. Rebut with evidence.

Why similar: Detective 41.3%, Anime 18.4%, Mystery 13.6%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Adventure 8.3%

A woman vanishes without a trace on a cross-country train. The catch? Nobody on board remembers her ever existing in the first place - nobody, except for you. Uncover the story in this mystery adventure game!

Why similar: Detective 40.3%, Adventure 15.5%, Mystery 13.3%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Anime 10.4%

Threefold Recital is set in an oriental fantasy world where the metropolis of Bluescales faces turmoil after a long golden age. The mix of magic, modern, and ancient technologies challenges governance, while tensions between humans, beastlings, and dragons grow. In the shadows, a crisis looms...

Why similar: Detective 41.2%, Mystery 15.8%, Visual Novel 11.5%, Story Rich 10.1%, Anime 7.7%

Join the Phantom Thieves and strike back against the corruption overtaking cities across Japan. A summer vacation with close friends takes a sudden turn as a distorted reality emerges; reveal the truth and redeem the hearts of those imprisoned at the center of the crisis!

Why similar: Anime 28.8%, Story Rich 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Adventure 11%, JRPG 9.5%

Experience a fantastic adventure with unique gameplay that blends investigation, action and exploration in a breath-taking thriller that will test the limits of your nerves and intelligence. Play as the great detective and track down evil in the darkest corners of London and the human soul…

Why similar: Detective 37.5%, Mystery 12.6%, Adventure 10.3%, Story Rich 9.6%, Third Person 8.3%

Type-NOISE: Shonen Shojo is a multi-ending mystery adventure game. A group of boys and girls who have lost their memories gather in a “Tokyo” that is both familiar and unfamiliar. They must trace their lost memories to escape the bizarre labyrinths. Are they prepared to confront their “true selves”?

Why similar: Detective 34.3%, Anime 18.4%, Adventure 12.5%, Visual Novel 12.1%, Story Rich 10.5%

Welcome to 1bitHeart―the latest title from Alicemare and LiEat developer △○□× (Miwashiba). In this unique and endearing adventure game, take on the role of Nanashi, a lonely, agoraphobic boy, as you solve a slew of mysteries around town while also making friends.

Why similar: Detective 31.7%, Anime 20.3%, Adventure 12%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Mystery 11.2%

Mato Anomalies takes players on a journey through a neo-futuristic version of a bygone oriental city. Investigate strange happenings across the city and uncover secrets behind the walls. Join a cast of enigmatic unlikely heroes in this anime-inspired RPG experience.

Why similar: Detective 33.5%, Anime 17.2%, Mystery 11.8%, Visual Novel 9.9%, Adventure 7.5%

A kidnapping on the streets of Shibuya brings together a hot-blooded detective, hard-hitting journalist, former gang leader, the head researcher of a big pharma manufacturer and a part-timer stuck in cat costume for a series of events each more unexpected and outrageous than the last.

Why similar: Visual Novel 24.4%, Detective 22.2%, Mystery 22.1%, Adventure 16.7%, Story Rich 14.8%

A genealogical mystery straight out of 1998. Scour the early Internet for clues, uncover hidden connections, and piece together the family tree behind the secretive Roottree Corporation.

Why similar: Detective 53.5%, Mystery 20.7%, Story Rich 10.2%, Adventure 7.1%, Atmospheric 6.6%

Aoba's vibrant cyberpunk world is one of contrasts: high-tech virtual reality battles versus street gang turf wars, ultra-exclusive luxury resorts and tiny junk shops. The choices you make will shape the path of Aoba's journey into the dark secrets lurking beneath the glossy sheen of the city.

Why similar: Anime 40%, Visual Novel 31.6%, Story Rich 16.5%, Adventure 9.6%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Become Phoenix Wright and experience the thrill of battle as you fight to save your innocent clients in a court of law. Play all 14 episodes, spanning the first three games, in one gorgeous collection.

Why similar: Detective 43.2%, Anime 14.1%, Mystery 13.1%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Story Rich 10.7%

The spriggan known as Van Arkride, an underground professional, accepts any job, acting as detective, negotiator, or bounty hunter. Dive into the Trails series' latest chapter with intense combat, beautiful visuals, and a new alignment system in Calvard!

Why similar: Anime 23.1%, Action-Adventure 19.8%, Adventure 18%, JRPG 10.9%, 3D 9.6%

Iris has been abducted by aliens?! Finding herself on board a mysterious UFO and tasked with completing a bizarre escape game, Iris knows there's one person who she can always count on for help: Kaname Date, Psyncer!

Why similar: Detective 27.9%, Anime 21.3%, Visual Novel 14.5%, Adventure 14.4%, Mystery 12.5%

An anime-inspired supernatural detective game. Uncover the identities and powers of your adversaries using a conspiracy board full of evidence.

Why similar: Detective 41.8%, Anime 16.9%, Mystery 14.9%, Story Rich 10.6%, Visual Novel 9.9%

Explore a cursed Japanese town! Recruit mascot friends and come to the rescue when disaster strikes! Solve the mystery of your exile! Help a living finger work through her many anger issues! Turn Promise Mascot Agency into the best agency in Japan in this open-world narrative adventure!

Why similar: Anime 23.5%, Story Rich 19.1%, Visual Novel 14.8%, Exploration 14.7%, Adventure 14.5%

MURDERED: SOUL SUSPECT™ takes players into a whole new realm of mystery where the case is personal and the clues just out of reach, challenging gamers to solve the hardest case of all… their own murder.

Why similar: Detective 56.8%, Mystery 12.4%, Adventure 10.4%, Story Rich 6.2%, Third Person 6%

Join KK and his gang of supernatural detectives as they investigate a strange disappearance, only to stumble upon something more sinister. Build relationships with your team and piece together their stories.

Why similar: Mystery 25.6%, Visual Novel 25.2%, Story Rich 17.1%, Adventure 15.9%, Atmospheric 7.4%

CRYMACHINA is an action RPG where mechanical girls strive to survive in a post-apocalyptic world to become “Real Humans''. But what does it mean to be a “Real Human”?

Why similar: Anime 25%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Adventure 16.5%, JRPG 9.6%, 3D 9.1%

A narrative courtroom adventure all about VTubers! Players will take the role of prosecutor Justin Truth and investigate a murder at a VTuber agency, doing their best to uncover the identity of both the killer and VTuber's real face.

Why similar: Detective 38.8%, Mystery 13.8%, Anime 13.6%, Visual Novel 11.3%, Story Rich 11%

It all started with a simple robbery. When that thread was pulled, a tapestry of mysteries was revealed. Solve cases and outsmart criminals in a detective story full of lies, confessions, and maybe even a murder or two.

Why similar: Detective 40.9%, Mystery 14.6%, Anime 13.1%, Visual Novel 11.8%, Story Rich 9.2%

Unravel a thrilling mystery by exploring a strange and twisted mansion, discovering curious clues, interrogating peculiar suspects and solving unique puzzles. Will you be able to uncover the secrets of Tangle Tower?

Why similar: Detective 45%, Exploration 11.7%, Mystery 11.6%, Visual Novel 9.7%, Story Rich 9.3%

Deciding to break protocol to lend a helping wing, Rain, a flighty little courier takes a skittish girl by the name of Mila on an adventure through the inner workings of a mysterious post office. Together, they search for a letter containing the last words of someone who seemingly never existed.

Why similar: Anime 29.2%, Visual Novel 20.3%, Adventure 18%, Story Rich 14%, Colorful 9.9%

Mysterious deaths. Dreams that are reality, and reality that is a dream. Will Noah be able to move forward and solve the mystery⁠—or will he give in to the demons of his past? A story-rich BL mystery visual novel.

Why similar: Anime 27.6%, Mystery 24.8%, Visual Novel 19.8%, Story Rich 18%, Atmospheric 9.7%

Enigma is an atmospheric, full-length visual novel where you discover the secrets of Enigma, a worldwide epidemic, and a forest on a lonely island that bears its name.

Why similar: Anime 30.5%, Adventure 26.8%, Visual Novel 24.8%, Mystery 17.9%

An eternally snowbound town. An inescapable time loop. A group of travelers trapped between memory and truth…You will embody Mo Shi, the amnesiac protagonist, stepping into this enigmatic town known as the "Singularity" , partner with the protagonist to solve murder cases and expose the killer.

Why similar: Detective 37.5%, Mystery 14.5%, Story Rich 10.5%, Exploration 10.3%, Third Person 9.8%